Hi!
Welcome!
Bless you for saving this little one. Although I know we'd all like to take them all home, there was some reason that this girl pulled at your heart. There is something special in store for you two. I also rescued a puppy mill breeder, and trust me when I say, you will not believe the love she will give you once she realizes she's loved and safe.
Annie lived in a cage and had no idea of what a
dog was suppose to do. She didn't know what grass was and would only potty on the cement. I was fortunate that there where 2 other well behaved dogs in the household and she was quickly on her way to being a good canine citizen.
It took nearly 2 years before she was really comfortable going out and meeting people. I took it slowing, at her pace and was very careful to make sure she had only good experiences when we went out. She was a true princess and simply insisted on being carried everywhere.
I was blessed to have her in my life for 8 years, she never did come around to wanting to play with toys, and she would only go out onto the grass if there was a bunny to chase
She was my constant companion, and I couldn't imagine being able to breath if anything should have happened to her. She was the air that filled my lungs each morning and the sigh that escaped each night before we fell asleep. And I was right...when she suddenly became ill this past March and I had to make that must awful of all decision, I couldn't breathe.
The absolute love and devotion from these rescues is unequalled. Be patient, don't push her beyond what she is comfortable with. No sudden movements lots and lots of treats. Try many different foods/treats so that she can see whats available and find that one special treat. For Annie it was apples or popcorn. Realize she may have issues and allow her the time to work thru them. Imagine being in a totally dark and silent cell for all your life and then sudden sweeped away to experience sights, sounds, smells that you never even thought could exist. That's what she's going thru right now. She'll come around in when she's ready and then let the fun begin!!
Sorry to have highjacked your post, rescues have a special place in my heart and once I get started...
Please keep us posted on her progress and post more pictures of both your babies when you can!